Bishop Stopford School
URN: 122095 • Kettering NN15 6BJ
Overview
- Name
- Bishop Stopford School
- URN
- 122095
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 70.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Margaret Holman (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Headlands, Kettering NN15 6BJ
Summary
Bishop Stopford School is a mixed voluntary aided secondary school located in Kettering, Northamptonshire, with a capacity of 1,389 students. As a Church of England Academy within the Diocese of Peterborough, the school emphasizes a Christian ethos, guided by core values of faith, justice, responsibility, truth, and compassion. Daily acts of collective worship and a dedicated chapel space foster a supportive environment where students can reflect and engage with their faith.
The school prioritises high expectations for all pupils, offering a tailored approach to pastoral care and discipline. This commitment to individual support is complemented by an active chaplaincy, which provides spiritual guidance and encourages students to explore their beliefs. The school community is enriched by various opportunities for involvement, including student-led worship and a Praying Parents group.
With a history dating back to 1535, Bishop Stopford School has evolved to meet the educational needs of its community. The school aims to create a welcoming atmosphere where every individual is valued, promoting a sense of belonging and encouraging students to thrive academically and personally.
The school prioritises high expectations for all pupils, offering a tailored approach to pastoral care and discipline. This commitment to individual support is complemented by an active chaplaincy, which provides spiritual guidance and encourages students to explore their beliefs. The school community is enriched by various opportunities for involvement, including student-led worship and a Praying Parents group.
With a history dating back to 1535, Bishop Stopford School has evolved to meet the educational needs of its community. The school aims to create a welcoming atmosphere where every individual is valued, promoting a sense of belonging and encouraging students to thrive academically and personally.
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Nearby alternatives
- Bishop Stopford School (62.5)
- The Latimer Arts College (59.2)
- Southfield School for Girls (58.4)
- Kettering Science Academy (54.8)
- Ise Community College (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Pre-LGR 2021 Northamptonshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1389
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2011-07-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2008-03-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northamptonshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1389 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 1389 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 1389 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 1389 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 1389 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 1389 |
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